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CONTENTS Fall 2015 H O M E S D E S I G N L I V I N G S H O P P I N G F O O D

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HOME & DESIGN

a family home with a cool, vibrant vibe

37 CAPITAL COLOURS CONDO LIVING LUCRATIVE UPGRADES

Andrew Downward finally gets the bathroom of his dreams

54 END NOTE CHEF-INSPIRED

KITCHEN DESIGN

GET THE LOOK

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COVER PHOTO BY MARK HOLLERON

Seated in style

> LIVING

08 EDITOR’S NOTE

31 NEW & NOTABLE

Stylish teamwork

> HOME 10 DESIGNER AT HOME

New home construction upgrades to take your living space from ho- hum to fabulous

12 RENOVATION

A Glebe home combines period character with modern renovations

17 BATHROOM

RENOVATION

Creating a spa-inspired ensuite

19 GET THE LOOK

Bathroom updates

20 COVER STORY

A glitzy new eatery, shopping on the Quebec side and a unique lighting solution

41 THE SCENE

The St. Lawrence International Film Festival makes its way to Ottawa

43 LIVING MY

WAY Getting to know some of the men from Harvest House – where they’ve been and where they hope to go

45 GIVING BACK

A helping hand with technology

CONDO LIVING

A canal-area condo gets

transformed into a stylish home

> FOOD

26 STEP INSIDE

A home stager opens her Rockcliffe Park residence for the Homes for the Holidays tour

32 INSTYLE

A Glebe-area confectionery becomes a storefront, a gallery and

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47 FOOD THOUGHTS Harvest soup

48 LET’S DISH

Talking cooking and entertaining with Robert Palarchio

50 DINING IN

Creating the perfect chef’s kitchen

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EDITOR’S NOTE

“HAVE NOTHING IN YOUR HOUSE THAT YOU DO NOT KNOW TO BE USEFUL, OR BELIEVE TO BE BEAUTIFUL.” — William Morris

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Slick Style Show your slick side with some high-functioning design features to bring your home right on point with contemporary styling

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ith the fall home and design issue, we work towards inspiring readers to tackle home décor and renovation projects with a sense of confidence. We aspire to inform you on the latest design trends with useful tips and advice from some leading local experts.

As a decorator I have doled out my share of advice over the years, but none resonate more than the sentiments of textile designer William Morris. His words of wisdom are words to live by in the world of style. I believe strongly in a sense of self and know that true style is born through living authentically in the comforts of what makes you feel good.

Whether it’s your clothing choices or home décor decisions, it’s important to develop your own sense of style based on an appreciation of what makes you happy and comfortable in your surroundings. Think about what gadgets and accessories are useful to you, which furnishings and trappings define the essence of beauty for you.

The pages of this issue are filled with homes inhabited by people who have found their personal style and create environments that have come together so beautifully that they can stir up envious admirations. Even our associate editor Jane Whiting found herself with a touch of home envy as she stepped into a revamped condo overlooking the canal and left a little disappointed that the owner was unlikely to sell and move out for a very long time!

Food editor Paula Roy always takes joy in visiting the homes of talented foodies, and the time she spent with Robert Palarchio was inspiring as his passion for cooking and entertaining is infectious. His recent kitchen renovation was designed with two cooks in mind and packs a lot of culinary “wows” into a relatively small space, Style evolves from a passion for doing what you love. The Ottawa At Home team is passionate about bringing our readers the best

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of what the capital has to offer in the world of style, décor and food. We always share just what we know to be useful and, with thanks to the keen eye of photographer Mark Holleron and creative director Tanya Connolly-Holmes, we only choose the images we believe to be beautiful, because that’s our style.

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HOME Designer At Home

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BY MARY TAGGART PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARK HOLLERON

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ith her trademark clean, classic, modern elegance décor style, designer Jennifer McGahan has taken a basic three-year-old Ashcroft suburban home in Stittsville and created a showpiece for her signature style.

BACK STORY When she bought the home two years ago, it had sat on the market with little activity due to the fact that it had no “wow” factor. “It hadn’t been upgraded at all by the homeowner – neither at the time of building, nor in the three following years. It didn’t show well,” says Jennifer who liked the layout and knew it would be easy to enhance.

THE WORK Jennifer completely gutted the main floor and installed new hardwood, staircase and railings. She changed the door styles, added trim, put in new kitchen cabinets and lighting, as well as upgrading the ceiling finish.

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DECORATIVE DETAILS The all-white kitchen is complemented with a brick wall in Carrara marble and white quartz countertops.

Pops of silver and glass accents on a display shelf add elegance and intrigue.

The open shelving works in conjunction with the Shakerstyle cabinets to create the modern-urban vibe that dominates the space.

Hints of luxury in the form of lighting have been added in both the kitchen and the dining room. It brings in a bit of glam and suits Jennifer’s look to make her feel right at home in the space she shares with her two sons.

UPGRADE SENSE

RESTFUL ELEGANCE ABOVE: A TULIP TABLE WITH CARRARA MARBLE TOP FROM MYHOME FURNITURE, WITH A KARTELL BOURGIE LAMP IN BLACK. BELOW: CANDICE OLSON TRELLIS WALLPAPER FROM YORK WALLCOVERINGS IS A RESTFUL BACKDROP FOR THE MASTER BED.

Jennifer believes in the resale benefits of upgrading new construction, and offers up five must-have upgrades that will not only enhance your space but will bring value to your home.

JENNIFER MCGAHAN’S UPGRADE ADVICE HARDWOOD THROUGHOUT: Minimize flooring change for a seamless, easy-care look.

LIGHTING: Upgrade lighting to include one or two “wow” fixtures.

TRIM: Baseboards, window casing and trim influence the overall feel of a space. Flat, modern trim is easy to clean without grooves to catch dust.

QUARTZ COUNTERTOPS: Less patterned than granite, the durable materials update space with a touch of modern.

HARDWARE: Upgraded hardware is a cost-effective way to add a designer touch to your new home.

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ASK THE EXPERT

Dean Large, interior designer, Astro Design Centre

How can we update our Q 1980s-style home with new light fixtures?

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The ‘80s may have been the decade that style forgot, but that doesn’t mean we have to jump right to the wrecking ball. A lot of homes built during this period are void of the architectural details found in other design eras; this is a bonus when looking to update, and lighting is a fantastic way to renew the space. The simple backdrop will allow you to pull in statement lighting pieces as they are stand-alone features and can handle a bit of a mix-and-match element.

Classic ‘80s architecture will allow for working with large scale and geometric shapes. Geometric lighting is very popular right now and would work really well within your design style.

One of the coolest trends at the moment is mixing metallic finishes. If all of the hardware in the house is brass or brushed nickel then contrast it with matte black. This will add a punch of something graphic against the shine of the other fittings.

Be wary of other updates that have been made along the way and try to keep lighting selections within your established decorating style. To suddenly mix contemporary fixtures into traditional décor would look chaotic rather than the updated appearance you’re trying to achieve.

While the architectural style might be able to handle some changes be mindful of decorating style as well, so that everything is working harmoniously.

Contact Dean

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HOME Renovation

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DREAM TEAM

BY JANE WHITING PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARK HOLLERON

I FOOD & DRINK THE SPACIOUS KITCHEN IS BY LOUIS L’ARTISAN; THE BASEMENT BAR OFFERS UP BEER ON TAP.

t is always exciting to see the beautiful results of a successful renovation. And the transformation of a century-old house in the Glebe is no exception. But it takes a team of dedicated professionals working closely with the homeowners to fulfil everyone’s dreams and expectations.

The project involved 10 months of major

construction work to add a two-storey addition to the back of the home, to open and expand the space for family living.

A rooftop deck was added to the existing third-storey master suite, along with new bedrooms and bathrooms, an open-concept kitchen and family room, plus all the latest energy-efficient features and technology to combine traditional character with today’s living needs.

COLLABORATIVE EFFORT Years before, the homeowners had used the expertise of Robertson Martin Architects to improve the awkward layout of the older home and went back to them to plan this large-scale renovation.

“It really helps to have a previous relationship with the client and know they trust us with their personal spaces,” says Robert Martin, principal architect at RMA, a firm that’s known for respecting the character of older buildings and historic neighbourhoods. He adds, “There was a lot of communication between our design

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team and the family. Actually, one of the sons is an aspiring architect and sat in on some of the meetings.”

Robert explains that with three highly active boys, the family wanted a more functional home that provided independent gathering spaces for both the parents and kids to entertain friends and a large extended family. The existing structure was dark and constrained with issues that limited sight lines and flow. Initially, some areas were problematic to the point that the family considered moving, but they found solutions with thorough examination and planning.

“We used a combination of hand-sketching and threedimensional modelling to

give the homeowners a better visualization of what changes we could do and discuss the options. It gives a higher level of reassurance and less risk of disappointment in the final outcome.”

The same level of collaboration, communication and trust is needed when dealing with the general contractor to put the design into effect. Again there was an established working relationship between the architect and contractor, Crossford Construction.

Not only was it another good collaborative fit between client, architect and contractor, but Crossford also provided the expert craftsmanship that the project demanded.

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Q. How can I get the latest look in my bathroom without making it look too trendy?

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A bathroom renovation is not something you want to undertake too often so its wise to plan for a look that will stand the test of time. Right now the trend is to maximize space and create a spa like feeling which can be done by adding steam shower systems and luxurious extras like heated towel bars and floors. One of the best investments to bring your look up to date is by replacing the alcove or drop-in tub with a free standing tub. While the look is right on trend it will also stay stylish for years to come if you choose a relatively simple model and stick with a décor style that suits the rest of your home. Avoid the slick contemporary sculptural look if your home is traditional and be wary of trendy coloured tubs. A free standing tub is a statement piece that will stand the test of time if the overall look and feel suits the décor and architectural styling of the home, so go ahead and indulge!

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CONSTRUCTIVE COMMUNICATION With construction underway, there was some tweaking of the design, which is typical in older homes where there can be unwelcome surprises in walls and floors.

But whenever a site issue occurred, there was immediate contact between all parties, which allowed time for planning thoughtful solutions, rather than reacting to a crisismanagement style of decision making.

“It was a significant restructuring and renovation with a combination of retaining architectural features and details of the home, while incorporating new elements and modern comforts,” says Crossford’s president Lindsay Nicol.

“We took a lot of effort to restore and reuse some of the original materials and pieces of the house, such as the fireplace mantel, stained glass windows, light fixtures and hardware.”

Describing the renovation process as being very different from a cookiecutter home design and build, Lindsay emphasizes the importance of teamwork as the project evolves. “We specialize in older home renovations, so we understand that unexpected changes to the design can affect the budget plan. It’s our job to assess cost/benefit scenarios and keep the client informed on an ongoing basis.”

When renovations include reengineering the home to install the latest heating, electrical and plumbing facilities with extra insulation and energy-efficient features, it’s not possible for the owners to stay in the home. But the family were thrilled to move back into a big new kitchen with cabinetry by Louis L’artisan, two additional bedrooms and three bathrooms, as well as a mud room area, second-level laundry room and the walk-out patio off the master suite, complete with a hot tub.

In the basement, the parents get to party in a stylish bar area with a feature wall and wine cellar, while the kids are entertained in the high-tech home theatre.

A coffered ceiling was constructed along with moulding and trim detailing to retain the home’s traditional character. For the finishing touches, the team included the work of Lorie Derraugh, a home-styling consultant who helped with the interior details and décor selections.

In the end, the dream team delivered on all its promises and the owners enjoy the best of both worlds – old and new!

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HOME Bathroom Renovation DEAN LARGE’S TOP FIVE TRENDS FOR BATHROOM DÉCOR 3 Metallic finishes and mixing metals such as gunmetal with nickel and brass 3 Patterned mosaics, wallpaper and tile 3 Homespun elements with authenticity, including hand painted tiles 3 Warm tones: taupe, brown and olive green 3 Bathroom/closet combinations.

The two rooms are morphing into one large, luxurious dressing room

“I really wanted the bathroom’s focal point to be the sculptural tub in the centre of the room, allowing the room to breathe around it.” ‑ DEAN LARGE, ASTRO DESIGN CENTRE

LARGE on space

The free-standing soaking tub establishes the luxurious, contemporary feeling of the light and airy space. “I really wanted the bathroom’s focal point to be the sculptural tub in the centre of the room allowing the room to breathe around it,” said the designer with Astro Design Centre.

BALANCING TRENDS

BY MARY TAGGART PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARK HOLLERON

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ith plenty of space to play with, interior designer Dean Large went to work on filling his client’s wish list for a renovated bathroom in their Cedarhill Estates home in Ottawa’s west end. The result is a stunning mix of luxuriously functioning space.

The client was looking for “his and hers” elements that included separate vanities to incorporate a makeup table. While luxury items such as a soaking tub and large shower were on the wish list, an air of simplicity was desired. A combination of contemporary styling with a bit of glam served as a perfect balance to meet the client’s needs and to honour the ample 17 feet six inches by 15 foot space.

The warm, neutral colour scheme offers the perfect backdrop for a mix of matte and metallic finishes. The large-format limestone floor tile generates an elegant feeling throughout and the rich gunmetal wall tile behind the vanities embraces the trend towards metallic detailing without going overboard.

Practicality in the form of quartz countertops in both solid espresso and variegated ivory, mocha and black, work in conjunction with the deep-taupe lacquered millwork to bring a touch of drama to the neutral colour scheme.

HIP TO BE SQUARE The overall look is pleasing to the eye. The room has a modern factor with mostly square features throughout, including the vessel inspired sinks from WETSTYLE. Dean says that

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they make the perfect alternative to a true vessel: “The square sink sits flush on the counter, making it a practical alternative.”

LUXURIOUS SEPARATION A separate water closet and steam shower are luxuries allowed for by the ample space and create a wonderful spa-like feeling within the up-todate bathroom. If Dean had his way, all of his clients would have steam showers. “The large shower became a steam room which I consider a mandatory item in every bathroom,” he says adding, “Why not bring the spa home?”

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COVER STORY Condo Renovation

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HIGH LIFE

BY JANE WHITING PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARK HOLLERON

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few years ago, a woman who knows what she wants and goes for it set her sights high above the Rideau Canal. She persuaded her husband to go along with plans for a grand condo renovation – and it worked beautifully! Now the busy professional couple, who are active grandparents, enjoy the liberation of condo life in high style with spectacular spaces inside and out.

MOVING UP While living in their last home, an infill on the canal that they built and designed with the help of their architect friend Barry Hobin, she eyed a nearby condo building.

With experience in the property management business, she had admired the building for years and knew that she ultimately wanted to move there and have a bird’s-eye view of the scenic neighbourhood.

Her husband was a little nervous about heights and wasn’t sure he

could get used to a condo. But when a suite came up for sale in the highrise building that only has four units per floor, she knew that they had to go for it!

With years of home renovations under their belt, they were confident about buying the unit from the original owners and ripping everything out with their trusted contractor Skarlan Enterprises.

The unit was taken back to its basic concrete shell to create an openconcept living space with a wider entry and expanded bathrooms.

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from each end of the condo.

MOVING IN To make the inside space as captivating as the panoramic scenery, the former galley kitchen was converted into a sleek new model. Dark Euro-style cabinetry, contrasted by a shiny glass backsplash, combines with an 11foot island topped with grey Caesarstone, to create a designer workspace with great storage.

It’s a very efficient kitchen with clever space-saving features such as the shallow pantry built around a concrete pillar. BCR Woodworking constructed the kitchen cabinets, as well the bathroom vanities, bedside tables and built-in cabinets in the den.

The floor is covered in long four-bytwo-foot ceramic tiles from Italy that flow continuously throughout the condo.

Together with light grey walls, they provide a monochromatic decor for an open feel of spaciousness. With monopoint ceiling lights that can be individually directed and dimmed, the setting perfectly highlights the condo’s colourful collection of artwork and contemporary furnishings.

Much credit is given to the late interior designer Patrick McCarron, who worked with the owners on the general design of the condo. In addition to recovering the living room furniture to fit the condo’s contemporary style, he redesigned the second bedroom into a smart den with builtin cabinets and a table under the window to view the cityscape.

There is also a vista of the Parliament

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Buildings from the window in the generously sized master bedroom. Here, the main focus was a complete overhaul of the ensuite to create an open walk-in space with a concealed stacked-laundry closet and a luxurious shower unit.

Whether it’s enjoying the sun rise or a giant moon above them, the owners are loving the high life. And that goes for their dog too – who has also adjusted happily to condo living!

Direct vent gas inserts are designed to be installed into an existing wood- burning fireplace.

Although there are no standard sizes for masonry fireplaces, due to the variety of inserts available most can take a gas insert. If you have a prefab fireplace, which is a metal box with a metal chimney, gas insert options are much more limited. Prefab wood burners generally have much smaller openings, limiting insert options. The existing chimney is used to run two aluminum liners that connect directly to the insert. One liner is air intake and one liner is exhaust. Masonry fireplaces can be refaced with non-combustible finishing materials such as stone, tile, or even cement board to give a paintable drywall finish. Gas inserts are sealed units and will transform your inefficient wood burner into controllable heating option.

Direct vent gas fireplaces are designed to be installed where there is no existing fireplace. Location limitations are minimal, but venting restrictions and clearances are two areas that have to be considered when choosing a location.

Size of room, size of fireplace and BTU are all taken into consideration when locating a new gas fireplace.

These units can be vented out the wall or through the roof using direct venting components. This venting accommodates both air intake and exhaust in one system. Direct vent fireplaces must be enclosed and will require framing and finishing. Finishing options are endless, from drywall to stone. Direct vent fireplaces can be both efficient heating appliances and an ambient and visual addition to any room in your home.

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Her mother was an artist and a thrifty amateur decorator who loved to rescue old things and make them work.

Writing became Nancy’s creative outlet because she lacked the confidence to think her mother’s decorating passion could also be hers. Graduating with a journalism degree from Carleton University, she worked 20 years in the government’s international health sector.

Seeking a career change, she signed up for one of decorating diva Kimberley Seldon’s seminars on French decorating and learned about the new and cost-effective concept of staging a home for resale. After obtaining a Certified Staging Professional designation, Nancy combined it with her

love of design and décor to launch her company Creative Edge House Staging & Decorating.

The Rockcliffe Park home she shares with husband Jim and two sons, Alex, 20 and Jamie, 16 ‑ features a French and British country flair in Nancy’s comfortable and elegant design style.

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us with her end-of-life process. One of the last things she said to me after looking at the terracotta wall in her room’s bathroom was, “You know a wrought-iron curtain rod would look really good in there.” She smiled and said, “Decorating to the end!” I know she would have been proud that I am honouring her memory by having my home in this year’s tour.

HOW DOES STAGING YOUR HOME HELP TO SELL IT FASTER? Unlike decorating in which the home is designed to reflect the owner’s tastes, staging your house means ensuring the house should be the star. We want the buyer to focus on the property for sale, not your beautiful art collection.

HOW HARD IS IT FOR A CLIENT TO DISASSOCIATE FROM THEIR HOUSE? Once they have decided to sell, quite often they are already looking for their next home and starting to let go. When the first picture comes off the wall it is not your house anymore.

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NANCY CARR’S STAGING TIPS: 3 Maximize floor space by taking away unnecessary furniture.

3 Clear bathroom and kitchen counters as well as dresser surfaces.

3 Organize closets and store all seasonal items.

3 Pack away collectibles as this distracts buyers from looking at the house.

3 Don’t ignore the exterior. Curb appeal makes the difference between a buyer driving by or getting out of the car to take a look.

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The Pomeroy House opened its doors at 749 Bank St. in early August. The newly renovated space features a big L-shaped bar and casual banquettes, including an eight-seat table under a window into the kitchen so guests can see everything coming together at the plating and pastry stations.

Partners Rich Wilson, the restaurant’s chef, general manager and sommelier Lindsay Gordon, and Ion Aimers of the Shallowbrook Group have a long history on the Ottawa restaurant scene. They look forward to becoming a neighbourhood gathering spot offering what they are calling high-end comfort food. For reservations, contact 613-237-1658.

QUEBEC SHOPPING INFLUENCE Simons, the popular family-owned retailer from Quebec City, opened its 10th store recently at the newly renovated Les Promenades Gatineau, with plans to open at the Rideau Centre in August 2016.

Peter Simons, the fifth generation of the Simons family, is CEO of likely one of oldest family-owned Canadian retail businesses. His father, Gordon Donald Simon, started the home collection at Simons 65 years ago. The store’s Maison collection carries a unique selection of bed, bath and kitchen décor. In addition, Simons is partnered with the Groupe Germain hotel chain to offer a bed and bath collection online. The store has a strong focus on fashion for men, women and children, mixing distinctive merchandise with a compelling shopping environment. Visit Simons at 1100 Maloney Blvd. W. or simons.ca.

SWITCH IT UP Transform the recessed lighting in your home to enhance your space and décor. EzClipse is a home décor product that transforms existing recessed lights using magnetic lighting covers that attach directly to the trim. The covers available in a variety of colours to complement any design scheme. Go one step further with EzClipse shades, which fully cover the existing trim on recessed lighting protruding from the ceiling at various heights, depending on the model. Both ends of the shade are open and allow the majority of the light to pass straight through. This local innovation will be available online at the EzClipse eStore this fall.

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rtist Christopher Griffin and natural skincare guru Oresta Korbutiak met while backpacking through Europe. And while it took four years for them to reconnect and get married, they started their life together travelling the world to create the foundations for their Ottawa businesses and their relationship as life and business partners.

The couple have continued to travel and now bring their daughter Kalyna, who has inherited their adventurous spirit.

“Travel is our escape and now seeing the world through her eyes keeps our perspectives fresh and open and young,” says Oresta.

Christopher’s work has gone through many phases and methodology over the years. “I have been an oil painter since 1990, but a trip to India introduced me to a new medium when I began to work with bronze and created bronze sculptures at a family-run foundry. This experience led me to create larger sculptures out of concrete.”

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with no reduction in structural integrity. The concrete designs will not fade or deteriorate; they become less of a target for graffiti and they will last as long as the structure.”

The talented artist, who favours animals as his subject, has also helped to beautify city streets and his works can be spotted all over the capital. A client with a building on MacLaren Street approached him with a graffiti problem and he responded: “I told him that graffiti artists tend to respect other artists’ work and that a concrete mural could cause them to leave it alone. His daughter happened to like raccoons, and I felt they were a particularly appropriate motif to deter the work of nighttime taggers. Since being installed in 2011, they have not been touched.”

You can find his tribute to endangered turtles near the Beaverbrook library in Kanata, and his two peregrine falcon sculptures perched on columns on Bronson Avenue are designed to enhance the murals below on the Riverside Drive underpass and to expose the artwork to commuters driving above it. With new projects always on the go, plus monthly window installations in all three Oresta locations, he has created the ultimate urban drive-by gallery.

Oresta is a “Ukrainian Prairie” girl, born and raised in Winnipeg. Her “aha” natural beauty moment came while travelling in Europe where she developed a severe case of acne. She visited dermatologists and took antibiotics, but still couldn’t clear her skin until she finally found a woman who did food sensitivity testing. “I completely changed my diet and skincare routine. I made the connect that what I eat and what ingredients I put on my face has a direct effect on my skin.”

After Oresta went back to school and studied skincare, she tried to find a job in a spa with a more natural philosophy, but she couldn’t find the right fit. She credits Christopher for pushing her into business: “Christopher said to me, “if you don’t have an opportunity, create your own.”

They were living in Maryhill, Ont at the time and she made brochures and dropped them off in mailboxes. The clients started calling and her esthetician business was born. When she introduced organic products to her clients ‑ before, she says, it was “cool to be green,” ‑ the results spoke for themselves.

In 2000, they moved to Ottawa and Christopher volunteered for the Green Party, the headquarters of which were in an old

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COLLECTIONS CLOCKWISE: THE HALL OFFERS MORE GALLERY/LIVING SPACE; WORLDLY COLLECTIONS INCLUDE BAMBOO EARRINGS FROM THE UNA PEOPLE IN WEST PAPUA, AN UNFINISHED CARVED POLAR BEAR FROM THE WORKSHOP OF AN INUIT CARVER IN POND INLET, BRAIN CORAL FOUND ON A BEACH IN THE SOUTH OF CUBA AND A CROCODILE SKULL FROM THE MAMBERAMO REGION OF WEST PAPUA; ORESTA DISPLAYS HER ACCESSORIES ON A DRESS FORM.

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JOURNEY corner store in the Glebe. At the time, the former confectionery was a neighbourhood eyesore – a rundown building with bars on the windows in need of extensive renovations. But what Christopher saw was the perfect studio and home, where they continue to live and work after buying the space.

The home studio was renovated with high-quality doors, flooring, cupboards and stonework that the couple salvaged and reused from the teardown of the old Dutch embassy in Rockcliffe Park. Christopher conceived the idea of scratching into the wet concrete, after being inspired by the decoration of an African mud hut.

“We resurfaced all four sides of our home in concrete imagery, which to our knowledge has never been done before. We retained the character of the original corner store with its beadboard walls, ceiling and quirks. It remained my studio until 2007, when Oresta moved her one-room spa from the back of the building and set up a larger organic spa and retail beauty boutique. Her one condition was that I continue hanging paintings in the windows,” says the artist.

“Christopher’s works adds soul and life to the space,” says Oresta who admires his natural, very organic way of doing business and adds that they often bounce ideas off of

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each other. He has similar praise for his wife.

“We share the same philosophies and esthetic sense. I can trust her to give me an honest opinion about any hair-brained project I may have in mind. She may not always be right, but she gives me the confidence to go ahead. Oresta is a very strong person and I can rely on her to guide me in the right direction.”

The couple admit that living and working in the same building has its challenges and it can be difficult to separate home life from personal life. But they agree that, “When there is only a set of stairs separating you, the 10-second commute is spectacular.”

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t was 4 a.m. on a Tuesday when I was woken up by the cat crying to get out. I slowly rolled off the couch and landed with a thump on the floor, then crawled over to the patio doors and let it out. With every bone in my body aching and my head ringing from the constant hum of the refrigerator, I quietly returned to my makeshift bed, propped up my pillows and stared aimlessly at the ceiling. My wife and I had not slept in our bedroom for 10 days; we were in the middle of a renovation.

Despite the best efforts of our contractor, there was a grey layer of dust on everything in the house and our bedroom, my only sanctuary, was completely covered. Our ensuite bathroom with its blue and yellow tiles had been demolished and only the original studs, plus a seemingly endless supply of dust and debris, remained.

We were into the second week of our bathroom renovation. Dark days! All the excitement and anticipation of our pending bathroom renovation had been replaced by a bottomless list of decisions: What tile should we install? How high should we place it, half wall or full? Should we use natural stone or ceramic? What did the neighbours do? Do we really need the most expensive toilet on the market? What is the difference between a $1,000 tub and the $4,000 one? What does our budget look like?

Despite having a detailed drawing, many very important decisions seemed to be completely random and rushed. Deep breath . . .

Fortunately our contractor was both patient and resourceful. He offered a variety of products and options for the bathroom while trying to respect our original design and budget. For instance, we did decide to take the natural limestone tile right to the ceiling in order to create a bold statement for the space. Although this decision put

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It’s important to remember that renovations are never going to be easy.

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LIVING The Scene “The best film themes are about people and emotions, not countries.”

— ADAM PAUL

Uniting through

FILM

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T

he theme for the first annual St. Lawrence International Film Festival is a bold one — entitled “Beyond Borders” in the promotional material, the concept fits perfectly within the arts community, which often unites globally through artistic connectivity.

This year’s inaugural event runs from Oct. 22-25, and the festival’s executive director Adam Paul believes that films tap into our emotions. “The best film themes are about people and emotions, not countries,” he says, with the assurance that the festival will showcase the best in new and classic films.

With its theme of brotherhood, the 35th anniversary film release of The Blues Brothers is a fitting choice for the opening gala at the Canadian Museum of History on Oct. 22. As co-creator of the movie, Canadian actor Dan Aykroyd will be at the gala to kick off the festival and celebrate a movie that fits nicely with the concept of blurring the borders of Canada and the United States with the best of films from both countries. In addition to a variety of events in Ottawa, Brockville, Canton and Potsdam, N.Y., the gala at the Museum of History across the Ottawa River will also add some Quebec flavour to further enhance the Beyond Borders theme.

As well as being involved with the theatre and film industry for over 20 years, Adam has also acted in commercially successful television shows such as How I Met Your Mother. He lived in Los Angeles for a number of years trying out the Hollywood scene, until he met and

married a “dairy queen” from upstate New York. While the rural farm setting is ideal for family life, Adam has an affinity for city living and delights in the proximity he now has to Ottawa, which he describes as a beautiful capital city with lots of local flavour.

“From the architecture to the art, to the multicultural proximity of Quebec, Ottawa is like nowhere in the U.S.,” says Adam, adding, “Plus, you know, poutine!”

He is inspired by the number of colleges and universities within the city, which he hopes will help bring younger people to the festival. Adam believes that youth is the foundation for an event like this, which he anticipates will grow more and more dynamic each year.

This year’s event offers support to the RCMP Foundation, an important cause to Dan Aykroyd whose grandfather was an RCMP staff sergeant. The foundation helps to support the RCMP’s initiatives for youth at risk.

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or Daniel Crépault, Kody Crosby and Jamie Houle, the lure of drugs and alcohol began in their very early teens.

Each shares the experience of how short the road is to addiction and how long and arduous is the one to recovery.

“It started with having fun with friends, but ended up being something that was souldestroying,” says Daniel who, at 17 after five years of drug use, arrived at Harvest House, a residential treatment facility for men with drug and alcohol addictions.

As for Kody, he started using drugs at 14 and was in jail by 19. At 23, when he was released on parole, things were looking up. But soon enough he was again doing drugs and was picked up last September on numerous charges for his part in a chop-shop ring.

“I already had a criminal history – my record was pretty bad. But I had a son who was about to turn two. As I’m getting sober I realized I’ve got responsibilities, I’ve got to straighten up.”

His roommate Jamie is at Harvest House for the second time. Jamie first got arrested and went to jail at 13 years old. “It was horrific. I got beaten up and had my stuff stolen. I was a little blond-haired, freckled,

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pretty innocent kid. I came out saying I’d never do drugs again or steal again.”

But Jamie went on to spend about 14 years of his life in penitentiaries and young offenders’ facilities for property offences. And while drugs and alcohol were a big part of his life, no one really knew how bad it had gotten.

“I looked normal and I always dressed well when I was home so everyone thought I was doing OK,” says the father of five who looked, from the outside, like he was living a great life.

“I had a house, a good job and a car.”

The first time Jamie came to Harvest House he left as soon as he was able, convincing himself his addictions were behind him. But soon enough his old patterns emerged. “Nearly every day I was taking painkillers,” he says. “As soon as I’m not held accountable I forget I’m a drug addict.”

Jamie eventually got arrested again for breaking and entering and notes, “I’m a good example of what happens when you leave here before you’re ready. I may go to jail - two provinces are asking for a total of 11 years from me.” He’ll be sentenced in October, and is hoping that he can do his time at Harvest House and be of some service by sharing his experience.

Nicole Boucher, Harvest House’s executive

director, says the men have to relearn how to live, and change their friends, ideas and negative behaviours. It’s not a fast process.

“All of the evidence shows it’s a minimum of five years of continuous sobriety before you can guarantee someone will have lifelong success,” she says. “What we offer is a longterm solution and that’s expensive.”

The 24-bed facility has been serving the community since 1979. With an annual operating budget of $2 million and no government funding, telephone fundraising – done entirely by the men in the program – is critical.

Daniel spent 10 years at Harvest House.

“I thought I’d come here and turn it around quickly – in 28 days, or three months, or six months. But that’s not realistic. It’s not just about teaching the skills to get sober.

I was helped to get a career that was selfsustaining,” he says.

Daniel was one of the 97 per cent of the guys who arrive without a high-school diploma, but was one of the first to earn one while at Harvest House. He was then encouraged to go to Carleton University and earned a BA in criminology, followed by a master’s degree. He’s now working on his final two years of a doctorate of criminology at the University of Ottawa.

Carleton University offers an Enriched Support Program for students like the men from Harvest House who need support and don’t meet the academic requirements for admission. The Centre for Initiatives in Education at Carleton gives them the chance to earn a degree, with a strong emphasis on peer mentorship along with facilitators, coaches and academic advisers. Graduates of the Harvest House program have gone on to to win academic awards in ESP and have then been hired by the CIE to work in ESP’s as peer mentors and facilitators.

“The success of our residents is the ESP, and the shared philosophies between the two programs have created a strong bond with Carleton University, but more specifically the Centre for Initiatives in Education,” offers Nicole. For many of the men like Daniel, Kody and Jamie who aspire for more in life and need help along the way, Harvest House is their cornerstone as well as a stepping stone.

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LIVING Giving Back

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BY CATHERINE CLARK @CATHERINEJCLARK PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARK HOLLERON

W

e live in a digital age, with tablets, phones and personal computers dominating our home spaces, and smart cars designed to keep us on the road and online whenever we leave the house.

It’s natural, then, with technology playing such an essential role in our lives, to assume that everyone has access not just to the gadgets and gizmos, but to the means of figuring out how to use them.

But that’s not the case for people whose exposure to education or professional opportunities has been limited by circumstance, or who are struggling to learn English after arriving in Canada as new immigrants. For those people, technology is not a helping hand but a very real barrier between their current situation and a better life.

Into that void steps a non-profit organization called iSisters, which provides no-charge technology mentoring to women in Ottawa. Judy Puritt began volunteering for iSisters in 2005 when she developed an interest in how technology interfaced with women and re-entering the workforce. A quick Google search led her to the organization.

Initially, what struck Judy most was the diversity of the women helped by the organization. “Young women, immigrant women, women from tough or abusive personal situations,” notes Judy, adding that, “iSisters sees all sorts of women with all sorts of education who are left standing

MOTHER JUDY (RIGHT) AND DAUGHTER ALICIA PURITT

“iSisters sees all sorts of women with all sorts of education who are left standing on the side because they don’t speak the language or can’t figure out technology.” — JUDY PURITT, VOLUNTEER, iSISTERS on the side because they don’t speak the language or can’t figure out technology.”

She continues with the belief: “It’s not hard to imagine that with a simple sidestep I could have been where they are.”

Not only was Judy determined to make a difference in the lives of these women, but she eventually brought a sidekick along too! Her daughter Alicia quickly became the iSisters social media specialist, helping to establish and invigorate the organization’s Facebook and Twitter platforms.

Judy jokes that initially Alicia was “voluntold” to take part, but her daughter

now feels a strong connection to iSisters. “I love making a difference, and helping in a way that I know has an impact,” says Alicia.

In the end, they both agree that iSisters helps to give women a chance at a new life.

“There is a huge level of empowerment that comes with technology awareness,” says Judy. “There’s a feeling that iSisters helps to give them great confidence, that they are able to become active participants in everyday life and society.”

And luckily, for all those women looking to build version 2.0 of their lives, help is just a click away.

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FOOD Food Thoughts

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FALL HARVEST CURRIED CAULIFLOWER SOUP WITH ROASTED TOMATO & CORN SALSA The fall harvest is the best time to indulge in local vegetables and unique combinations for simple flavour perfection. Roasting corn and tomatoes brings out the sweetness and adds colour and vibrancy to basic cauliflower soup.

CREATED BY KOREY KEALEY,

@FOODTHOUGHT PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARK HOLLERON

SERVES: 6-8 PREP TIME: 15 minutes BAKE TIME: 20-25 minutes COOK TIME: 20 minutes TOTAL TIME: 40 minutes

SALSA: Makes 2 cups (500 mL) 2 cups (500 mL) halved grape tomatoes 2 cobs corn, kernels removed (about 1-1/2 cups 375 mL) 1/2 cup (125 mL) finely chopped red peppers 2 tbsp (30 mL) olive oil

1/4 cup (50 mL) finely chopped cilantro

SOUP: Makes 8 cups (2L) 1 tbsp (15 mL) olive oil 2 medium onions, chopped 2 stalks celery, chopped 1 tbsp (15 mL) curry powder 1 head cauliflower, coarsely chopped 6 cups chicken broth Salt & pepper to taste

METHOD: Preheat oven to 425F (220C).

In medium bowl, toss tomatoes, corn and pepper with olive oil. Transfer to large rimmed baking sheet. Roast in oven for 2025 minutes or until corn is caramelized and tomatoes are softened.

Transfer to a small bowl, cool. Stir in cilantro, set aside.

Meanwhile in large stock pot, heat oil over medium high heat. Add onions and celery, sauté 5 minutes or until softened. Stir in curry powder and cauliflower, add broth and increase heat to HIGH. Bring to boil reduce heat and simmer 20 minutes or until cauliflower is fork tender.

Working in batches, purée soup mixture in blender until desired smoothness.

In shallow soup bowl, add 2 tbsp (30 mL) corn salsa to centre of bowl. Pour 2 cups (500 mL) soup around salsa. Serve immediately.

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FOOD Let’s Dish

“I AM ON A TUSCAN KICK” ROBERT PALARCHIO

Aworth KITCHEN waiting for

BY PAULA ROY

@PAULAJROY PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARK HOLLERON

R

obert Palarchio definitely knows his way around the kitchen. Born into a restaurant family in Sault Ste. Marie, he recalls his mother pulling up a stool and insisting he get busy cracking eggs for breakfast when he was just four years old.

After working in his family’s restaurant, he moved to Ottawa in the mid-80s and

cooked at the Ritz restaurants on Nepean and Clarence Streets. For more than a decade, he’s been a key part of the Fratelli team. Despite his long tenure in the food business, he had to wait 20 years to create his dream kitchen in his Stittsville home, but his patience and planning have definitely paid off.

DOES FOOD PLAY A KEY ROLE IN YOUR LIFESTYLE? Absolutely. My wife Brigitte and I love to entertain, and on weekends we fight to be first into the kitchen.

She is a great baker and I love to cook savoury dishes so we have a lot of fun dreaming up menus together. Our children, Louisa (22) and Marino (19) enjoy having friends over for meals as well.

WHAT KINDS OF FOOD DO YOU ENJOY PREPARING? Brigitte and I love Italian food so I tend to cook on regional themes. We love Calabrian dishes, and right now I am on a Tuscan kick, preparing lots of risottos and using great elements like truffles and good olive oils.

WHY WAS RENOVATING YOUR KITCHEN IMPORTANT TO YOU? It

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was really about functionality rather than appearance. Whether I’m cooking for my family or a crowd, I want everything to flow smoothly in the kitchen. Ours is a compact space so efficiency is key.

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WHAT ARE THE AESTHETIC IMPROVEMENTS THAT YOU LOVE? The barnboard-finished cupboards are perfect. Also, I now get to enjoy cherished tools like my pepper grinder collection and the jug my grandmother brought over from Italy. While I do use these items all the time, I wanted open shelving so they could be both accessible and on display like works of art.

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WHAT ROLE DID YOUR DESIGNER JENNIFER MCGAHAN PLAY? She talked a lot with me about the functionality and how I tend to work in the kitchen. Then she helped move the project forward beyond what I originally thought I wanted. She translated my wish list into a workable plan and drafted the design using AutoCAD software, which really gave me a great perspective and helped me visualize it much better. She brought us together with cabinetmaker Bill Riseborough of Constructive Behaviour and we’re so pleased with the finished product.

WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO A HOME COOK PLANNING A KITCHEN RENO? A customized kitchen is worthwhile if you spend a lot of time in there.

Work in your kitchen for a while to get a good feel for how the space should function. Be sure to get professional advice from a designer and buy the best you can afford in terms of appliances. Think about how you cook and try to have everything within reach of your work stations and make sure you plan multiple work areas if you enjoy having others in the kitchen at the same time.

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FOOD Dining In

The designer difference in a

CHEF’S HOME KITCHEN

BY PAULA ROY PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARK HOLLERON

B

uilt in the 1950s and 1960s, the leafy enclave of Whitehaven is among Ottawa’s most eclectic yet charming residential communities. Michael Sobcov and Jennifer Frankland have lived there for over a decade, but only recently undertook a renovation which transformed their original custom-built kitchen into a stunning and highly functional hub. Having a designer

to help make the perfect choices in terms of layout, appliances and finishes was extremely important, given the volume of cooking that happens daily.

Michael is currently Chef at the residence of the Irish Ambassador to Canada, as well as teaching in the culinary program at Algonquin College. Jennifer is leveraging her own career in the restaurant business

to represent international housewares importing companies. The entire family, including their 18 and 19 year-old children, loves to cook and entertain, so their home is a very busy place.

“We were quite attached to the original kitchen,” admits Jennifer, “but it was time for a change. It was crafted by a Dutch carpenter in solid cherry which had since been painted many times. The wood-edged laminate counters were wearing thin, and the lighting was problematic. Probably the worst feature was the 1980s Marmoleum flooring.”

Michael and Jennifer enlisted the services of Lisa Poirier at Louis L’artisan after meeting her at the cabinet makers’ Bourget showroom. “She is phenomenally experienced and while we had already done tons of research, we needed her to translate our vision into a logical plan,” explains Jennifer. “She is a spectacular listener and we wanted the advice and expertise of someone who had done countless kitchens.”

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“We like how it’s kind of timeless. It could be contemporary or 1950s and we feel that it’s a space that both a 19 year-old and a 60-year old would think is very cool.

— JENNIFER FRANKLAND HOMEOWNER.

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Lisa, a freelance interior designer, particularly enjoyed the couple’s openness to mixing different elements to create something out of the ordinary that still blended well with the rest of the home.

“We had a lot of fun working together to come up with a gorgeous design that met their specific objectives,” she says. “This is definitely not a cookie cutter kitchen.”

One of the key criteria outlined for Lisa was that function and layout always had to come first. “Lisa genuinely respected our opinions and ideas and was willing to investigate anything we presented,” says Michael. “She became an equal voice as we worked through details – she was a great collaborator.”

Jennifer suggests the aesthetic of their new kitchen is New York meets Berlin. “We like how it’s kind of timeless. It could be contemporary or 1950s and we feel it’s a space that both a 19 year-old and a 60 yearold would think is very cool.”

Matte black granite counters unify the space and provide an attractive visual counterpoint to the octagonal grey floor tiles and white apron-front sink. A large walnut butcher-block island provides both eating and work space and blends nicely with the room’s lower bank of dark oak cupboards. Above, white cupboards serve to brighten the space, helped significantly by efficient lighting and a large window overlooking the spacious back yard. Understated hardware keeps the lines clean throughout. Cupboard doors conceal the generously-sized, separated Thermidor refrigerator and freezer, with loads of cleverly-designed storage for their many kitchen tools, serving pieces and cookbooks.

The one treasured feature of the original kitchen which Jennifer and Michael chose to honour was a huge floor-to-ceiling china cabinet which has been recreated in a new location, offering ample room for dishes, flatware, linens and more. Space for a convenient breakfast station is tucked into the centre.

“We loved our previous kitchen but this one is fantastic,” enthuses Michael.

“As I work in other kitchens it makes me appreciate this space even more. I love the surfaces, the new stove is amazing and I am so grateful to have so much prep and plating space. I really appreciate how I’ve now got all the functionality and durability of a good commercial kitchen here at home.”

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